Summary
Spencer Allen is an experienced litigator who represents clients in complex commercial litigation involving environmental, natural resources, and construction disputes. He advises clients through all stages of litigation, including proceedings in state and federal courts, arbitration, mediation, and administrative hearings. An experienced trial and appellate lawyer, Spencer has successfully first- and second-chaired numerous trials and arbitrations, including handling the appeals that follow.
Spencer takes a strategic, results-oriented approach to resolving disputes, balancing tenacious advocacy with practical solutions that align with his clients’ business objectives. His experience includes taking and defending depositions of experts, clients, and Rule 30(b) corporate representatives. He helps clients find solutions that enable them to effectively achieve their goals.
In his construction practice, Spencer represents owners, developers, custom home builders, and others in the industry in matters involving construction and design defects, delay claims, and lien priority disputes.
Before entering private practice, Spencer served as a law clerk to the Honorable Diana L. Terry of the Colorado Court of Appeals and the Honorable Peter W. Hall of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.
Education
- University of Denver Sturm College of Law (2015)
- University of Virginia (2005)
Admissions
- State - Colorado
- Federal - U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
- Federal - Colorado District Court
Professional Affiliations
- Colorado Bar Association
Member
- Denver Bar Association
Member
Community Involvement
- Federal Pro Se Clinic and Limited Appearance Program
Volunteer and Member, Clinic Advisory Committee
- Brent’s Place
Member, Internal Affairs Committee
- University of Virginia Jefferson Scholars Program
Co-Chair, Regional Selection Committee